Recall - Accelerator Cable Replacement

Division: Automotive
Category: Technical

Section Title: Engine
TSB No. TS 11 12083

SUBJECT:
SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN: EM

MODEL(S):
GRAND VITARA (SQ 625) AND GRAND VITARA XL-7 (JA 627)

YEAR:
1999-2003 AND SOME 2004

CONDITION:
Accelerator cable may stick during vehicle operation.

CAUSE:
It has been found that the plastic casing cap may crack at the bulk head on some accelerator cables. This can cause the inner accelerator cable to become frayed.





CORRECTION:
Replace accelerator cable assemblies on all affected vehicles.





PARTS INFORMATION

PROCEDURE:





1. Accelerator cable casing cap at driver side bulkhead.





2. Loosen accelerator cable jamb nuts and remove cable barrel from throttle crank.





3. Detach cable from plastic retaining clip on support brace.





4. Disconnect cable from accelerator pedal assembly and push cable assembly through bulkhead.

5. Install new cable in reverse order.

6. Adjust cable with engine at operating temperature using the procedure outlined in the appropriate service manual.





7. Install the EM recall sticker to the radiator core support above the left headlamp.